Frederic Remington was a late 19th-century painter, illustrator, writer, photographer and sculptor who fell in love with the American West. He was born in Canton, N.Y., and lived his life as an Easterner. Yet he made several trips out West, photographing and sketching cowboys, Native Americans and wide expanses to use in his art back home. While he loved the Western mystique, he never grew to love the reality and challenges of trail life.

Remington wrote for many magazines, including Harper's Weekly, Harper's Monthly, Collier's and Cosmopolitan. He also created most of the art for his articles and books.

His family moved from Canton to Ogdensburg when he was a boy. Remington also lived in Brooklyn, and at one time even bought a ranch in Kansas. His widow moved into the current museum on Washington Street shortly after his death.

What to expect

The museum displays its permanent collection of Remington's pieces. It also has special exhibits, which range from juried submissions to students' work.

The museum hosts month lectures January to April. The lectures are free, but the tea afterward costs $12 for non-members. Lectures are at 2 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month.